Account Manager (Hybrid/Remote)

Insurance Office of America; Knoxville (IA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Account Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of clients. In this pivotal role, you will ensure account retention while delivering exceptional customer service and resolving complex issues. You will lead a dynamic team, manage policy expirations, and conduct client research to negotiate coverages effectively. This position offers a competitive salary and bonus potential, along with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and respectful work environment. Join a company that values integrity and community service, and make a meaningful impact in the insurance industry.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and bonus potential

Company-paid health insurance

Paid holidays, vacations, and sick time

401K with employer match

Employee stock plan participation

Professional growth opportunities

Respectful culture and work-life balance

Community service commitment

Supportive teammates

Rewarding work environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of account management experience or 5+ years in the insurance industry.
• Thorough knowledge of insurance brokerage and client needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned book of business and ensure account retention.
• Handle customer service requests, policy administration, and claims.

Skills

Account Management

Customer Service

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Property & Casualty licensing

Professional designation (CIC or equivalent)

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

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Insurance Office of America (IOA) is the fourth largest privately held insurance brokerage in the United States. Founded in 1988, IOA is a recognized leader in providing property and casualty, employee benefits, and personal lines insurance and risk management solutions as well as insurtech innovation. Headquartered in Longwood, Florida, part of the greater Orlando community, IOA has more than 1,300 associates located in over 60 offices in the U. S. and United Kingdom. In California, dba IOA Insurance Services. (#0E67768) For more information, visit www.ioausa.com.

Job Description

Title: Account Manager - Commercial Lines

Remote: based out of Columbia, SC

Book Focus: General, Construction, Contractors

About the Role: Manage an assigned book of business, ensuring account retention and supporting new business. Coordinate day-to-day administrative and customer service activities, resolving complex issues, and ensuring no errors or omissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Competence: Maintain technical competence and industry expertise.
• Team Leadership: Direct daily activities of the account management team.
• Customer Service: Handle customer service requests, policy administration, billing, claims, and coverage analysis.
• Policy Management: Manage policy expirations and renewals.
• Renewal Process: Conduct client research, prepare submissions, negotiate coverages, and present proposals.
• Accounts Receivable: Monitor reports and take action on delinquent accounts, collecting outstanding balances.
• System Maintenance: Maintain agency management systems and carrier/vendor platforms, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
• Activity Monitoring: Monitor and maintain activity/suspense to ensure timely completion.
• Communication: Maintain frequent, transparent communication with the account team regarding workload status and any issues.
• Service Excellence: Deliver excellent service, proactively anticipate needs, and respond quickly to service requests.
• Policy Compliance: Stay updated on company policies and procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Seek and adopt best practices to improve individual and team performance.
• Champion IOA Values: Demonstrate integrity and leadership.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• 3+ years of account management experience or 5+ years in the insurance industry
• Thorough knowledge of insurance brokerage and client needs
• Required active Property & Casualty licensing; professional designation (CIC or equivalent) preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Exceptional customer service, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries and bonus potential
• Company-paid health insurance
• Paid holidays, vacations, and sick time
• 401K with employer match
• Employee stock plan participation
• Professional growth and career progression opportunities
• Respectful culture and work/family life balance
• Community service commitment
• Supportive teammates and a rewarding work environment
  
  

What To Expect (Application Process)

• 30-Minute Phone Screen, Online Assessments, and Interview(s)
  
  

Insurance Office of America is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

https://www.ioausa.com/

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Insurance

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